Authentic Korean food Very good glass noodles Good portions of chicken overall Free pickled vegetables for the lunch special Kim Chinwaa authentic Overall, great venue for lunch or dinner. read more

I usually don't like leaving bad reviews, but wow--that was FOUL. I ordered the rice medallion sauté with the recommended pork belly as my protein and asked for no mushrooms. The girl taking my order was friendly and even double-checked if it was an allergy--I told her no, I just really don't like mushrooms. But when I got home and started eating, everything in that dish tasted like mushrooms--or at least had that same gross, slimy, squishy texture. Even the pork belly (I think?) was soft, squishy, and honestly disgusting. Pork belly can be amazing when it's grilled or fried and crispy, but this was the total opposite. I don't get the hype around Koriente at all. The only good thing was the friendly and honestly super fast service. read more

Koriente - Asian Fusion Near Me - Austin, Texas

I've ordered from Koriente through Uber Eats before and have really enjoyed the food--it's consistently flavorful and satisfying. I recently visited in person and got my usual order, the shiitake tofu, which was just as delicious as I remembered. That said, the overall dine-in experience could be improved. I tried the tea for the first time and, unfortunately, it wasn't quite to my taste. That was the main reason my rating is a bit lower this time. Also, a small note on the bento box: it typically comes with a tea included, but this wasn't made very clear during ordering. My friend didn't realize it was complimentary until someone else in our group ordered, which led to some confusion. It might help to clarify that more up front to avoid any misunderstandings. Still, I really appreciate the quality of the food and will definitely continue to order again! read more

Koriente - Asian Fusion Near Me - Austin, Texas

Koriente never disappoints! I've been here a handful of times over the years and was here again last week before the Rico Nasty concert at Empire Control room. It's a very convenient spot to eat if you are going somewhere after on Red River! Inside feels warm and cozy with unique decorations. The service is always friendly and prompt. You order at the front and they bring you your food. I had the Shiitake Tofu dish and my friend at the Japchei (sweet potato noodle) dish. I ordered mine spicy and was a bit surprised they actually made it spicy, which I like! I look forward to my next visit and often wish they had one closer to where I live up north! read more

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This is peak "asian fusion" the chicken teriyaki was pretty salty, the gyoza felt frozen, the rice was good, and my partner enjoyed his tofu mushroom bowl. My dish came with miso soup, but was never directed that it's in a vat by the counter, vegan! Yuck! Barely had miso flavor. Honestly if this is Asian food in Austin I'll pass. read more

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While visiting Austin, we were in the mood for some Asian flavors after having a bunch of Tex-Mex, and that is when we spotted Koriente. The atmosphere inside is not that of a place in which you want to spend countless hours, but it is perfectly acceptable for a meal with friends. What we found truly remarkable about Koriente is its value. We tried a bunch of dishes, none of which were the best we had ever had, but they were good, and all portions were very generous. Most of the dishes go between $10-$20, and they have options for everyone, from vegans to fish lovers. All in all, if you are looking for some Asian flavors, Koriente is a great alternative to eat in or take out without breaking the bank. read more

4.5 Stars Wholesome, delicious, homestyle Asian food. I thoroughly enjoyed the pork dumpling and pork belly bento ($14). I loved all the components - the juicy pork dumplings, fresh summer roll, flavorful thinly sliced pork belly, crunchy daikon pickles, and chewy fluffy purple rice. I had a bite of my BF's noodles and they were wonderful. Great portions too. Free miso soup is the cherry on top. I thought it was a 5, BF thought it was a 4, so I average it out. Order at the counter and take a seat - casual ambience. Friendly and energetic staff. read more

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I'm devastated to learn that Koriente is no more. A bastion of denizens downtown in search of health, balanced, and affordable meals, the inclusive pan-Asian menu made sure there was something for everyone at the table. The Rice Medallion Saute was a staple for almost 20 years, serving as lunch for office workers and late night meals for bar hoppers alike. Tofu was treated with respect here, a prime protein rather some sad alternative, enlightening many Obake Bowls, Bibimbap, and my personal favorite, the Shiitake Tofu. It's hard to grapple with such an abrupt end to this legacy. read more

The service was good. The food was delicious. It is just a short drive from the capitol building so we went for lunch. Miso soup was really good. Everything from the bento boxes to the dishes were pretty much great. The red pepper dipping sauce is incredible. The prices are really affordable and the strawberry lemonade was super. Not some Sugar syrup drink but tasted fresh and handmade. read more

Value for money!!! The portions are super huge and tasty at the same time. Ambience could have been better but it felt good after sometime. My fav was the Koriente curry with half rice and half noodle. The noodle was so good and the curry had an authentic taste to it. I went for the mild spicy. The mixmix was bibimbap and the tofu add-on was well sauted and had a great taste to it. The best part was the free miso soup. It was great with seaweed!! Ended up spending $30 for two. read more

Koriente - Koriente Curry A Mix Mix Bibimbap - Asian Fusion Near Me - Austin, Texas

Has been a while. And during Covid times it was take out only. But they're back! This small eatery offers dine-in lunch that includes miso soup and salad. Entrees are always made to order by friendly (like genuinely happy to be here) staff who are accommodating and make recommendations. The tea selection (both boba and non) is great and also made to order. There is some parking in the rear by the patio. Great place for a relatively quick and easy lunch downtown. read more

Koriente - Asian Fusion Near Me - Austin, Texas

Koriente is a quirky Korean fusion restaurant with a cozy vibe. The staff were very friendly. There wasn't any indoor seating available when we initially arrived, so they offered us bug spray to borrow if we chose to sit outside, which was such a kind gesture. They also had a large fan blowing on the patio. This was a really great restaurant experience with good vibes and food, but the raspberry milk tea I got was unfortunately so terrible that I cannot in good conscience leave a five-star rating. I was so enticed by the $4 price for bubble tea, which is something I am not used to seeing these days. I saw they had a raspberry tea, which I thought was unique. I thought it was going to be like a normal fruit tea, but when I ordered it they asked me what milk I wanted in it. I chose oat milk at no additional cost, which was very nice. Unfortunately, the drink tasted horrendous. I really like boba, and I tried to keep sipping it, but the taste was so appalling. My friends tried it, and they agreed it was unpleasant. They said it tasted like cough medicine. My friend got the passionfruit tea, however, and it tasted normal. It was good. For my meal, I ordered the rice medallion sauté with chicken. I enjoyed it, and the chicken was really tasty and not dry at all. The noodles had good vegetables and a tasty sauce. The portion was large, and I took a good amount of leftovers home. They also have a complimentary vegan miso soup that you can serve yourself from a pot. It was such a fire miso soup, even with it not having any fish broth. This is an order at the counter and clean up after yourself type of restaurant. There is a small parking lot behind the restaurant that appeared to fit eight cars at its max. read more

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Loved Koriente! The food was so light and tasty - yet massive portion sizes. The food was also very inexpensive for the quantity you got. I truly loved all the things we tried as it provided a real taste of the restaurant. I can't wait to come back here again!! I definitely will. read more

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Food was decent, service was good, but for the price I really wasn't impressed with the amount of food. The bento box had very very few pork bellies. Maybe I ordered the wrong thing, but will go for a rice bowl next time I go. The wow factor for me isn't up there, but I enjoyed the ambiance and had a good time with my party. read more

Discovered this restaurant while exploring downtown on foot and was pleasantly surprised. Service was really fast and the workers here were nice. They even had miso soup on the house! Definitely a hidden gem in Austin. Everything tasted great and the portion sizes were pretty big. We ordered the pan-seared ahi tuna bowl with avocado and a spicy chicken bowl, both were great and very filling. The smoked salmon roll appetizer tasted really fresh as well. Passion fruit iced tea was a favorite too. Everything had a homemade taste, in the good way. Walked in on a Saturday afternoon and there was no wait. A great quick-ish bite if you're exploring downtown! read more

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I got the pan seared ahi tuna! It was delicious($14)! You can choose how cooked do you want it (rare, medium, well done). I chose rare. The initial taste is a steak-like seasoning that makes the fish taste more meaty but then the aftertaste is more like sushi. I was surprised by how big the ahi tuna was! It was a decent size, which I really appreciate. The dish also comes with purple rice that is flavored with ginger pieces and a refreshing salad. They give you two different sauces, a soy sauce-based one and a spicy one. The inside decor is a mix of Korean and Gothic vibe. The service was fast and everybody was very friendly! The only thing was that there is a very loud bell that hangs over the door that leads to the outside dining. So it took me a few minutes to adjust to the noise. read more

Koriente - Ahi tuna - Asian Fusion Near Me - Austin, Texas

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My friends and I were looking for something quick and light to eat in half an hour in the downtown area, and I'm so glad we found this place! We arrived just after they opened at 11am on a Thursday, and there were some other groups dining as well. We got the japchae with tofu ($11 + $2.50 tofu) and 2 summer rolls (total came out to be $27). The food was served in less than 10 minutes. The rolls were very refreshing and delicious when eaten with peanut sauce that we asked for. The japchae noodles were cooked to the perfect texture and came with a spicy bibimbap sauce that went well with the savory noodles. Interestingly, all the vegetables were buried at the bottom of the bowl, which I would have personally preferred the veggies on top but that's me. It still tasted great which is what matters, and the whole visit was very efficient! read more

Koriente - Japchae with tofu ($11 + $2.50 tofu) - Asian Fusion Near Me - Austin, Texas

Love this place! It's small and cozy, and the food in excellent! Service is wonderful as well. The beef bowl was amazing! generous portiond of meat and veggies, and I liked how you can choose more than one type of base! They had different tyles of rice and noodles. Parking is very limited, so beware of that. This place is definitely worth the trouble though read more

Koriente - Beef bowl - Asian Fusion Near Me - Austin, Texas

The food here is delicious. I was in Austin for a conference, recently, and this restaurant was within walking distance of the convention center. I had the Pan-Seared Ahi Tuna (cooked medium at an employee's suggestion even though I normally eat it rare), miso soup, and peach ginger tea. They give great portions and the food was delicious (I didn't take a picture before I dug in, unfortunately). I was also eyeing the Lemon Pepper Papaya salad, so I decided to go back again the next day. That was my absolute favorite and I added salmon to make it more filling. The restaurant is quaint with indoor and outdoor seating in the heart of the city. The service was great and they gave me a complimentary miso soup the next day, I assume because I either came back two days in a row or because I brought new folks with me the second time. Either way, it was appreciated. If I'm ever in Austin again, I will definitely be back. read more

Koriente - Lemon Pepper Papaya Salad with Salmon - Asian Fusion Near Me - Austin, Texas

Traveling with toddler can be challenging for various reasons. One reason is the food and not having your own kitchen or food from home. After we exhausted the room service kids menu (chicken fingers, fries, fruit plate), we looked for some toddler friendly delivery options. Koriente fit the bill. Seemingly healthier Korean inspired cuisine with a number of "simple" options consisting of protein, grilled vegetables, rice and noodles. We opted for a Teriyaki Chicken and an Obake Bowl. Both were good. Tasty and flavorful without being overly greasy or saucy. Our kiddo enjoyed the purple rice and jap chae noodles. The parents welcomed some Asian inspired cuisine after a weekend of eating a lot of BBQ and Mac & Cheese. This was a relatively light and clean meal. I would order from here again. read more

Koriente - Obake Bowl - Asian Fusion Near Me - Austin, Texas

I've been meaning to try this spot and finally did! I got the bento box with teriyaki chicken and a spring roll. It came with a pork dumpling and it was easily the best pork dumpling I've had in my life (and I've tried quite a bit!). That was the best thing in the box. My chicken was sooo salty. I couldn't eat it and had to stop. I did enjoy the spring roll and the rice as well. On food alone, 3/5. Unfortunately, I will be trying other fusion spots before I decide to give Koriente another shot. read more

I got the spicy chicken entree and it was delicious. The portion was also large for the price which was nice. read more

Koriente - Spicy Chicken - Asian Fusion Near Me - Austin, Texas

Great food I got a big vegetable spring roll, and that was generous enough to count for dinner Order at the counter. The folks at the counter were very knowledgeable and helpful. read more

I went here with a group of people right before seeing a show at Stubb's. I ordered the Garden Handroll, which I was expecting to be just a few handrolls with veggies, but the guy at the register explained to me that it's kind of like a deconstructed handroll. I told him I was okay with that, but when my plate arrived, it was a freaking platter! and they handed me a whole package of seaweed wrap! I'm not saying I'm mad, but wow - I was sure overwhelmed! They also have a giant pot of miso soup that's self-served but I don't recommend it. You taste more onion flavor rather than miso. I would come back but it's good to know what to expect next time. read more

Away from the bustle of the city but a tucked away gem with the make delicious tofu bowls! great options for vegetarians and vegans. My friends and I split three bowls which was more than enough food. Seating is tight inside but they have a nice patio outside! Prices seemed pretty fare imo. read more

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Simply the salad choice vegan hummus wrap ! Nice small place and easy to order and do pick up. Like the tea and cute pic plastic sadly still a lot of being used like for drinks straw, . Small tables close together, not fully great for big groups of people I feel . Parking not the best so I didn't stay long. Can get delivery. read more

Wow. What a find. I was looking for a quick lunch spot near the convention center and came across this gem. Tucked into the corner of a one-way street and 7th Street, I got luck and found parking in the back. They have a variety of fresh salad bowls and Boba tea. I had the miso glazed tuna bowl and it was amazing. Fresh thick cut tuna, generous portions, and excellent flavors. I also added a taro boba tea and it was the perfect sweetness and punch of flavor. This place would be dangerous if I lived in Austin. Fresh, perfectly filling, and very helpful and friendly staff. read more

Koriente - Miso Honey Glazed Mahi Mahi - Asian Fusion Near Me - Austin, Texas

My vietnamese friend warned me never to eat in a restaurant not run by natives from the country the cuisine derives from and i tend to follow this advice. I forgot to follow this advice and instantly regretted it eating at Koriente. I ordered the dumpling-pork belly bento. The dumplings tasted worse than the frozen ones mass made from an industrial manufacturer somewhere. The pork belly if it really was pork belly was pale and flavorless. The broccoli was cold and flavorless too and the same is to be said for the vegetable spring roll. That spring roll was so dry and did not come with any dipping sauce that would have imparted flavor and made it easier to chew and swallow. I know it is wrapped in rice paper but chewing it was just like chewing paper. The order comes with some self serve miso soup and that soup was the most sour miso soup i ever tasted. The place is rather old and rundown and while its a fully self service restaurant (you pick your own menu from the shelf, serve your own soup and water and pick your own utensils and paper towel from the dispensers) when it is time to pay with your card, they have the card reader requesting for a minimum tip if i am not mistaken of 18 percent. Why? I would repeat and share my wise friend's advice. Only eat in restaurants run by natives from the country the cuisine derives from. read more

We ordered take-out for lunch and the food was exactly what we were looking for - Asian food that was light on sauces and felt healthy and light. I ordered the Obake Bowl (A) with grilled shrimp, glass noodles and rice. My colleagues both ordered the teriyaki chicken. Sides of edamame, kimchi, and pickles were also nice compliments. My favorite was the cinnamon iced tea, which was surprisingly flavorful. Overall, a great place for takeout lunch. read more

Got my orders from Ubereats - ordered japchae and spicy chicken. I like the amount of veggies they have in the dishes and apparently they pride themselves in using less fat/seasoning. The dishes taste homemade and quite delicious. The flavors are more muted compared to those served at standard Korean restaurants with full sauce/oil, I dont know how much healthier these dishes are but they taste lighter for sure. read more

This restaurant doesn't really count as Asian "fusion". The menu is quite simple and the dishes are more about comfort food rather than anything unique. All the food is served as takeout only and there's a small patio seating, no indoor dining which sucks during summer due to the extreme heat and bugs!! read more

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Stopped here for food before a little concert- great food! They have self serve miso, and the waiters bringing out the food were very funny and nice. Really great vibes here- we met up with others here and it was loud enough to block out other conversations, but we could still easily talk to each other. We'll definitely be back here again. read more

A local friend sent me to Koriente, an Asian-inspired, no-frills shop on the edge of downtown. Since the building itself doesn't stick out, it's easy to miss unless you look on Yelp and see the 1,000+ reviews and 4.5 star rating. I went for lunch on a Monday afternoon and walked right in. I ordered the milk tea boba and a rice bowl with egg and shrimp. It came with each component and sauce on it's own and I mixed it together. It was so flavorful! It also came with miso soup. There are a few tables inside, but the back patio is where it's at. It's quintessential Austin with lights strung up and art on the walls. read more

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We've ordered from here twice, and both times I thought it was not bad. The first one was their rice roll with lots of veggies- thought the texture was just okay- they could probably add more rice noodle or avocado to balance out the stripiness of veggie cuts. Also tried their tofu bowl and the spice was a bit funny for my stomach. read more

I love Koriente. Heads up, there's no indoor seating and outdoor seating is limited. Your best bet is picking up your food. You can order inside or w/ the QR code at the tables outside. The outside area is kinda cramped, but kept clean, mostly by the customers; I guess everyone is considerate like that. I've only been here twice, but each time the staff has been friendly and willing to make a recommendation. Let them know you've never been here before and they'll definitely help you. You can get your food with regular rice or "rice medallions," these are little round tteokbokki for anyone familiar with Korean food. I always get the medallions because they cook them perfectly here. The texture is amazing. You can also ask for a side of spice and get a little container of spicy sauce. You can get the curry or an Obake bowl. I get the tofu which is well drained and cooked fresh. read more

Koriente is one of my favorite restaurants for casual dining. I'm so happy I got to check it out with a friend recently. There is no indoor seating but the patio has misters and fans. I'm not kidding when aI tell you that Koriente has the best seared ahi tuna that I have ever tried. It is cooked so perfectly and tastes divine. The food takes a minute to come out depending on how busy it is but it is well worth it. I will definitely be returning to try the rest of the amazing looking menu soon. read more

Came here on a Friday evening and the place was pretty busy - there was a small line to order and they only have outdoor seating so all the tables were completely full. We managed to snag a seat after waiting for a bit and the workers were efficient and quick to change our order from takeout to dine in as they bring the food right out to you - really nice! The bubble tea was all right. The tea was great, but the bubbles weren't soft - a little lack luster, but it hit the craving decently. I wouldn't get their drinks again though if you're looking for bubble tea. The food was pretty filling and flavoreed well, but I honestly felt a little underwhelmed. It was your typical stir-fry-esque meal and I think my own personal taste is what resulted in the lackluster review - it just tasted very typical to me, nothing really stood out. It was fine, overall. In the end, I think Koriente is not a bad restaurant - the workers are super kind and efficient, the food is reasonably priced and pretth good, I just don't think I'd be the one to choose to come back. read more

Koriente - Obake Bowl, Pork - Asian Fusion Near Me - Austin, Texas

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No. Not recommending this place Went with anticipation for a good meal and experience what the locals were raving about. Come to find out they have invoked COVID procedures and shut down the inside of the restaurant, and only seating outside. (Sept 2023). You can only order to go, no in house dining So I took my dinner back to the hotel to eat and decided the food was not up to the standards or expectations of the reviews. I wanted to scope this place out for others who were from out of town, so they can expand their Austin food vibe experience, but I quickly realized that this place should not be on the recommendation list. I do not recommend this place, the food was mediocre, And there is no dining experience to speak of . read more

Wow! Honestly, would eat again for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Austin has a wide assortment of food but after days of barbecue, my friend and I were craving something with flavor but cleaner and healthier than what we've been eating. Koriente does not disappoint!! There's parking in the back and an indoors and outdoors seating area (beware, there are some mosquitos! I got bitten a few times wahh) The people who work there are so kind and efficient, would go back to hang out with them and down another bowl of healthy, delicious, umami food. read more

Koriente - lychee green tea with bubbles! - Asian Fusion Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Took a walk down here during my lunchtime from Congress out here. There's no indoor seating, just take out. The staff was super nice and the food was delicious. read more

Koriente - Garden Hand Roll with smoked salmon - Asian Fusion Near Me - Austin, Texas